Although it might not be the document most commonly on the minds of nonprofit directors, officers or staff, bylaws form the backbone of governance for nonprofit organizations; they are a very important document. This article covers some of the most important things to remember when drafting bylaws.
Approximately 40 US states require charitable solicitation registration, and navigating the maze of laws and registration/renewal regulations can be laborious. While many nonprofits outsource registration management to law firms or specialized companies, others elect to complete registrations on their own. For nonprofits seeking to do this work in-house, learn some pointers that help guide counsel through the nuances and pitfalls of charitable solicitation registration.
This Top Ten relates to questions the leadership of organizations should ask when beginning nonprofit merger discussions.
This resource, extracted from the ACC Webcast "Global Privacy for Trade Associations," presented on June 12, 2014, includes a checklist of key issues that nonprofit organizations should consider when dealing with cybersecurity.
This article covers the basics of nonprofit partnerships, starting with basic terminology, and working through more complex topics counsel should understand.
A short article containing examples of global initiatives of pro bono growth and opportunities for pro bono work.
This article discusses steps your Nonprofit can take in order to prevent embezzlement.
"Charities and Not-for-Profits: Are You Ready for the New Anti-spam Legislation?" A transcript of a live Q&A session from the Nonprofit Organizations Committee's special presentation on Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation.
This resource is a sample checklist of items to consider when using social media to promote a contest or other event.
A Model Nonprofit Investment Policy that includes provisions for an investment committee, asset allocations, diversification, investment restrictions, and reporting.